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"Milton College to close" Wisconsin State Journal, May 20, 1982

"Milton College victim of times" Wisconsin State Journal, May 21, 1982

Vocabulary:

Academy

chartered

Interesting Fact:

The enrollment at Milton College peaked between 700 and 800 in the early 1970's and declined to about 200 in the spring of 1982.

Study Questions:

When did Milton College close and what happened to its buildings?

Where was Milton Academy located?

Who were the 7th Day Baptists and what were their beliefs?

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U.S. historical events that occurred on March 31:

March 31

March 31, 1844: Milton Academy was chartered by the Seventh Day Baptists. It became Milton College in 1867.

March 31, 1844: Milton Academy was chartered by the Seventh Day Baptists. It became Milton College in 1867.